Strategic Communications Specialist - Huntsville Park - T2S Solutions LLC

Description

Location: Huntsville, AL
Facility: On-Site
Security Clearance: Active Secret and/or the ability to obtain
Travel: 30%
Summary
T2S Solutions is seeking a Strategic Communications Specialist to develop and execute mission-aligned communications across a DoD and commercial space enterprise, including Congressional engagement support aligned with the annual federal budget process. This role translates complex technical and operational work-spanning satellite systems, payload operations, ground infrastructure, and mission execution-into clear, accurate messaging for government customers, Congressional stakeholders, commercial partners, and internal leadership, while operating within strict security and compliance constraints.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Messaging & Content Development

• Develop and maintain strategic messaging aligned with organizational objectives, mission priorities, and customer needs
• Translate complex technical and operational topics into clear, accurate communications for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Draft and coordinate executive-level communications, including talking points, briefings, white papers, internal announcements, and external-facing materials

Congressional Engagement & Budget Alignment

• Support Congressional engagement strategies aligned with the annual federal budget and appropriations cycle
• Develop messaging, briefing materials, and background content that support Congressional staff engagements, hearings, and informational briefings
• Align communications with program milestones, capability roadmaps, and funding timelines to ensure consistency throughout the budget year
• Ensure all materials adhere to legal, security, and ethical guidelines, in coordination with Legal, FSO, and compliance teams

Government, Partner & External Communications

• Support communications with DoD customers, government stakeholders, and commercial partners
• Coordinate messaging for program milestones, operational achievements, and approved public disclosures

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Program Management, Systems Engineering, Operations, Cybersecurity, Legal, and Leadership to ensure communications are accurate, consistent, and audience appropriate
• Serve as a trusted advisor on what to communicate, how to communicate it, and when in sensitive environments

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Communications, Public Affairs, Journalism, Political Science, or a related field and 5+ years of experience in strategic communications, preferably supporting DoD, federal programs, or government-adjacent organizations
• Experience developing communications for Congressional audiences or budget-related engagements
• Proven ability to communicate complex technical or operational information clearly and accurately
• Ability to operate effectively in regulated, security-conscious environments
• Active security clearance or ability to obtain one

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting space, defense, or aerospace programs
• Familiarity with Congressional / DoW budgeting processes and acquisition timelines
• Experience working with Congressional staffers, government affairs teams, or public affairs offices
• Understanding of classification, export control, and security constraints on communications

What We Offer

• High-impact role shaping how complex space programs are communicated to key stakeholders
• Close collaboration with executive leadership, program management, and government-facing teams
• Opportunity to influence communications across technical, operational, and policy domains
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits